Application Advice

•

Location- Don't just think about the campus but consider the amenities, shops, entertainment, and natural spaces the city has to offer

•

Transport- How will you get to and from university? Will you live close by? What's public transport like? What about taking a car with you? How far away is home?

•

Campus social spaces- Look at the spots on campus students recommend- are there cafés, SU study nooks, a nice library atmosphere? Places to hang out with friends?

•

Support- What support is available to students, such as student services, lecturer support, Careers Teams, SU advice support, etc.

•

26th April Undergraduate Open Day

•

18th June Undergraduate Open Day

•

8th February Offer Holder Day

•

1st March Offer Holder Day

•

29th March Offer Holder Day

•

Study Spaces- Does the university have modern, focussed, and equipped study spaces to support your learning experience? 📖

•

Support Services- From a great careers service, to student services, the SU support, and wellbeing, as well as academic help, does the university seem like it's keen to support your learning journey? 👀

•

Cafés and social spots- Is the campus a nice place to be?! You'll be spending lots of time here and want to ensure you'd be happy hanging out with friends, having lunch between lectures, and walking round knowing that you enjoy being on campus 🌿

•

Assessment types- Many universities and courses assess learning and degrees differently- make sure you check online or ask staff how you'll be assessed- is it coursework, exams, a mix or neither! It's best to check to know what's right for you and if you need any support from the student services team to help achieve your best in different formats. 📚️

•

Want to ask a student? You can drop your questions below and I'd be happy to answer them as a current student! 🙌

•

Want to ask a course-specific-rep or staff member? Chat to a number of students and staff from different courses via Unibuddy! 🤩

•

Want to speak to admissions? You can drop them an email on [email protected] for application-related queries. 😄

•

Want to speak with student services/support? Chat with the team on [email protected] and they'd be happy to help! ☺️

•

Get a plan in place!📝

If you haven't already, it's not too late to put a revision plan in place. There are plenty of online websites and tools for this but you could do this yourself for maximum flexibility and personalisation. Remember to make revision a priority but include important rest breaks, time for socialisation/hobbies/work, and to eat good food to fuel your brain!

•

Remember to take breaks! 🧠

To ensure you're looking after yourself (body + mind) and have time to digest/recall information, remember to fit rest breaks into your schedule. Use the Pomodoro 🍅 technique if this works for you, or another similar timed revision technique. Try to avoid doomscrolling or going on electronics during this time as you might get more distracted than you'd like!

•

Try active revision techniques! 💪

To recall information best and ensure it sinks in, check out some active revision techniques like flashcards, mind maps, or jotting down everything you know then marking yourself. You could also try past papers, practice questions, and other ways to make sure it sticks in your mind and you aren't just passively reading through textbooks or notes... Not super helpful!

•

Don't panic and go easy on yourself! 😌

Sure, it's a super stressful time and you're bound to be worried about exams but just remember that they don't define you and isn't a be-all-end-all to university- clearing is another way to get into the course you're interested in, and you never know what the exam will be like on the day, so try not to get too overwhelmed!

•

The clearing process

•

Available courses

•

Your options

•

Plymouth as a city

•

Our campus and facilities

•

Accommodation options

•

Student testimonials/experiences

•

... and plenty more!

•

Chat with staff from your course and current students to get any queries and final questions answered! 😄

•

Talk with the accommodation team to book your accommodation for this September and secure a space in halls or an accredited private provider. 🏡

•

Speak to the university support services teams to chat about concerns, adjustments, or support to be put in place for September. 📚️

•

Find one of our knowledgable student ambassadors to take a personalised campus tour in a small group, checking out all the key facilities along the route. ☀️

•

Enjoy a walking tour around the city to check out the stunning seafront surroundings, as well as what student life at Plymouth has to offer. 🧭

•

18th October

•

15th November

•

25th April

•

20th June

•

Check out this UCAS applications advice page for some handy resources and official guidance from UCAS themselves. Even if you're confident in your application process, it's worth having a look through the basics again to ensure you know how to apply, fill out the sections accurately, and improve your chances of an offer from your university choices 🙌

•

Take a look at Plymouth's official personal statement advice! There are lots of tips on there to maximise your impact through your application statement. 💫 Some highlights include:

•

"Think about what makes you suitable – this could be relevant experience, skills or achievements you’ve gained from education, work or other activities"

•

"Tell the reader why you’re applying – include your ambitions, as well as what interests you about the subject, the course provider and higher education."

•

"Look at course descriptions and identify the qualities, skills and experience required – you can use these to help you decide what to write about."

•

If you're stuck, don't be afraid to ask for help! [email protected] are here to help with any application related queries, as well as here on TSR where you can ask a current student their personal advice too. For technical/specific enquiries, it's always best to email the admissions team or call them on +44 1752 585858 📚️

•

Don't forget to have a look round the universities you've chosen to get a feel for the city and campus. If you can, it's always best to visit as many serious choices in person as it's a big decision to make. Although there are lots of resources, websites, and brochures online for each university if you can't quite make it to all of your choices. 🎓️

•

Our upcoming Plymouth open days can be found here where you can register, secure your space, and be sent lots of resources ahead of time to plan your day. 👋

•

[email protected] - The admissions team are your one-stop-shop for all things applications and they're always happy to support you in any queries related to course entry, grade requirements, offers, application processes, and more. 👋

•

Unibuddy - You can contact staff and students from a range of departments and courses on here. If you have application related questions, you can direct them towards the outreach team, student services, or staff from a range of subject areas. Students can also help with their personal tips on making the most out of an application, how to make the best choice for you, and give you all the Plymouth-related information they have! 🙂

•

Here on TSR! - Got a more general enquiry about the application process? Feel free to let us know down below or via private message! As a current student, I can answer questions about the process, what it's like to be a student, and tips on making your application the best it can be. 🤞

•

At an Open Day - You can direct any questions to our admissions team, available to chat to through the event, current students (find them in their blue tops!), academic staff, student services, and even the accommodation team, all of who will be available during drop-in sessions through the day. Find where they are located on your map + programme on the day! Not booked onto one yet? There is still time! Check out upcoming open days here! 🌟

•

28th February

•

28th March